Marymount and NVCC Spring 2027 Internships

Goodwin Living is proud to be recognized as a Top Workplace in the greater Washington, D.C. region by The Washington Post every year since 2019 — and now nationally by USA Today. Since 2022, we’ve also been annually recognized as one of the top 100 employers for interns by the Top Virginia Employers for Intern Awards. These honors are based entirely on feedback from our team members, gathered through an annual third-party survey. Here’s what they say makes us stand out:

• Embracing Diversity: Our strength is in our diverse team from over 65 countries, fostering an inclusive and vibrant culture that values every voice. 
• Growth and Opportunities: We bolster personal and professional development, offering myriad opportunities, from on-the-job training to mentorship programs and financial support, to help you reach your full potential. 
• Valuing Our Team Members: By prioritizing team member satisfaction, we create a fulfilling work environment with competitive benefits, work-life balance, and recognition programs, ensuring our team feels appreciated and valued. 

The Goodwin Living Summer Internship program allows college students an opportunity to explore the field of senior living and engage in many of the department that are essential to our organization. Applications deadline is Friday, November 4.

Applicants can apply for any of the following  departments:

• Brain Health (resident engagement, programming and outreach)
• Brain Health Thrive Day Program (with residents)
• Engagement and Outreach (with Human Resources)
• Foundation
• Human Resources
• Marketing & Communications

This program is 2 days a week for 15-weeks (120 hours) beginning the week of January 11 and culminating on April 23. Interns will be required to submit all necessary onboarding documents and attend an in-person/all-day orientation on January 6.

Summer Interns will receive a stipend, a resident mentor, and 2-3 professional development workshops with our leadership team. 

• Applicants must be currently enrolled in a college or university
• Must be able to attend Goodwin Living Orientation on Wednesday, January 6, 2027
• Must be able to attend Goodwin Living Internship Kickoff on Friday, June 19, 2026
• Must be able to complete the internship in person two days per week for 15 weeks, with 4.5-hour shifts each day (approximately 8 hours per week, including lunch breaks), during business hours (Monday–Friday, 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.)
• Must have additional time outside of scheduled work hours to complete two to three workshops with Goodwin Living leaders
• Ability to relate to and work with team members and their department
• Creates a welcoming, friendly and adaptable environment for those they serve and work with 
• Be interested to work with a diverse population of older adults
• Have a can-do mindset and be excited to learn about all we have to offer
• Proficient with email communications and knowledge of Microsoft Office 

• Follow all procedures of the host department
• Engage in projects as defined by the host department 
• Assist in day to day task of the host department

Activities, Research and Community Outreach

Activities, Resident Support and Family Education

Employee Engagement, Outreach with Schools and Nonprofits, and Social Media

Foundation, Board Support, Grants Management

Executive Office Support and Business Development

Data & File Management, Employee Engagement

Blog Writing, Digital Marketing, Content Strategy, Brand Management and Internal Communications 

At Goodwin Living, we can all find work with purpose! As a nonprofit senior living and healthcare organization based in Alexandria, Virginia, we are driven by our mission: to support, honor and uplift the lives of older adults and those who care for them. Our commitment to our team members is written directly into that statement. We create an enriching and supportive work environment that has earned us Top Workplace recognition by The Washington Post since 2019 and, more recently, national recognition by USA Today. These honors reflect the culture our team members foster every day — one rooted in purpose, belonging, and growth.